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16 Apr

Sikkim Rural Livelihood Mission Launches Initiative to Boost Micro Enterprises

riya EditorSikkim

Sikkim State Rural Livelihood Mission (SRLM), under the Rural Development Department, has initiated a sub-project of the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM) titled Micro Enterprise Development (MED). Under the guidance of the Secretary, Rural Development Department, Anil Raj Rai, the State Rural Livelihood Mission (SRLM) convened a meeting on Wednesday with the Indian Institute of Entrepreneurship (IIE), Guwahati. The meeting focused on the implementation of the MED project in the regions of Chumbong, Jorthang, Daramdin and Namchi. The primary objective of the meeting was to deliberate on the project framework and strategise its effective implementation. It was observed that the…

15 Apr

HPCL delivers 166 lakh LPG cylinders in 13 days, strengthens nationwide supply network

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Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has ramped up its LPG supply operations, delivering over 166 lakh cylinders across India between April 1 and 13, reflecting the resilience of its nationwide distribution network amid rising demand in select markets. The supply chain begins at HPCL’s refineries and import terminals, from where LPG is transported via tankers to bottling plants. Here, cylinders undergo automated inspection, filling, sealing, and safety checks before being dispatched for doorstep delivery. The company also supplied over 3.70 lakh 5 kg Free Trade LPG cylinders and more than 21,400 2 kg cylinders, improving access to clean fuel for…

15 Apr

Samrat Choudhary Sworn in as Bihar’s First BJP Chief Minister

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On April 15, 2026, the swearing-in ceremony of Samrat Choudhary, the first Chief Minister of Bihar from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was held at Lok Bhawan, Patna, by Governor Syed Ata Hasnain, during which JD(U) leaders Vijay Kumar Choudhary and Bijendra Prasad Yadav took their oaths as Deputy Chief Ministers. At the time of Mr. Choudhary's appointment, he had just been elected as the leader of the BJP and NDA Legislature Parties the previous day, following considerable suspense surrounding the process of selection. This change of government occurred just after Nitish Kumar resigned as Chief Minister, after holding that…

15 Apr

Operation Sindhu speeds up: India evacuates 2,200 citizens amid Iran–Israel crisis

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Amid escalating tensions in West Asia following the Iran–Israel conflict, India has intensified efforts to evacuate its citizens stranded in Iran, with the Indian Embassy in Tehran playing a central role in the ongoing operation. Under “Operation Sindhu” and related initiatives, more than 2,200 Indians have been evacuated so far, including nearly 1,000 students and over 650 fishermen. With Iranian airspace shut and flights severely restricted, evacuation has been carried out through land routes via Armenia and Azerbaijan. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on April 11 confirmed the safe evacuation of an additional 312 Indian fishermen, thanking Armenia and Foreign…

15 Apr

India advances nuclear power push as Godrej supplies key components for fast breeder reactor

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India has moved a step ahead in its civil nuclear programme as the Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam achieved criticality, marking progress in the country’s three-stage nuclear energy roadmap. The milestone is seen as important for long-term energy security and better fuel use. The Precision Engineering business of Godrej Enterprises Group played a key role by supplying critical components such as the Large Rotating Plug, Small Rotating Plug, and Sodium Pump Shaft to Bharatiya Nabhikiya Vidyut Nigam Limited, a government-owned company. With this, India has become only the second country to develop commercial fast breeder reactor capability. The…

15 Apr

Organic India promotes traditional sweets for regional New Year celebrations

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As regional New Year festivals are being celebrated across India, Organic India has introduced a range of traditional sweet recipes made with natural ingredients, encouraging healthier festive choices rooted in Indian traditions. The initiative, backed by Tata Consumer Products, highlights the use of jaggery and khandsari sugar as alternatives to refined sugar, aiming to combine nutrition with cultural authenticity during celebrations. Among the featured recipes is Vermicelli Payasam prepared with Organic India jaggery, where roasted vermicelli is cooked in milk and blended with jaggery, cardamom, and ghee-fried cashews and raisins. The company also suggests Sakkarai Pongal made using khandsari sugar,…

15 Apr

Rising Stars Compete as National Youth Boxing Championship Begins in Assam

riya EditorAssam

The eighth Men’s and Women’s National Youth Boxing Championship began at Assam Don Bosco University in Sonapur near Guwahati on Monday, drawing around 800 participants, including players, coaches coaches,and technical officials from 33 states. Organisedcoaches,Organized by the Assam Amateur Boxing Association (AABA) in collaboration with the Boxing Federation of India (BFI), the championship will run till April 19 and will serve as a selection platform for India’s youth teams for the Youth Olympic Games and the Youth World Championships. The host state made a positive start, with two Assam boxers registering wins on the opening day. In the boys’ 55kg…

15 Apr

Major Cyber Fraud Network Busted by Assam Police in Barpeta

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Assam Police has busted a cybercrime racket operating out of Azad Nagar in Barpeta Road, arresting eight accused in a coordinated operation led by the Crime Branch. According to officials, the accused were running a well-organized cyber fraud network from a rented accommodation. The house, owned by a retired army personnel identified as Kazi Lutfur Rahman, had been taken on rent by the group, who allegedly used it as a temporary operational base to carry out illegal activities. Police sources said the racket had set up a makeshift office inside the premises and was involved in siphoning off money from unsuspecting bank customers using…

14 Apr

Assam Labourers Rescued from Bihar Kiln Allege Sexual Abuse, Violence and Bonded Labour

Paromita EditorAssam

Shocking allegations of sexual abuse, physical violence and bonded labour have emerged after 47 workers from Dhubri were rescued from a brick kiln in Saharsa by Bihar Police. The workers, including women and children, were rescued from the Star Marka brick kiln in Dhamsaini village under Kahara block and brought back to Assam on April 13. They were transported by buses to Dhubri and handed over to local authorities. The case came to light after a woman sustained a bullet injury inside the kiln, prompting police intervention. Deputy Superintendent of Police Om Prakash said the victim was rescued and shifted…

14 Apr

HPCL ramps up fuel and LPG distribution, tightens vigilance amid peak demand surge

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Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has reinforced its nationwide supply chain with one of its highest distribution cycles, ensuring uninterrupted fuel and LPG availability while enforcing strict discipline across its network. Between April 1 and 12, the company supplied over 12 lakh KL of fuel, including 4,60,508 KL of petrol and 8,34,126 KL of diesel, signalling robust mobility demand. To support this surge, 80,529 tankers were mobilised, maintaining real-time supply across locations. In the LPG segment, HPCL delivered over 154.2 lakh cylinders, including 3.32 lakh 5 kg and 0.21 lakh 2 kg cylinders to cater to migrant and underserved populations.…